Jun 02 Watch 5:49 Congress expects Trump request to cut funding already approved as big bill faces hurdles By Lisa Desjardins, Saher Khan As lawmakers return to Washington, they expect a rescission request from the White House to cut funding already passed by Congress. Among other cuts, President Trump’s request is expected to include the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the nonprofit through which… Continue watching
May 29 Elon Musk leaving Trump administration after efforts to slash federal budget through DOGE By Chris Megerian, Associated Press The billionaire entrepreneur posted Wednesday about his decision on X, his social media website. "As my scheduled time as a Special Government Employee comes to an end, I would like to thank President @realDonaldTrump for the opportunity to reduce wasteful… Continue reading
May 22 What to know about ‘no tax on tips,’ Trump’s tax pledge that’s in the GOP budget bill By Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Jonathan J. Cooper, Associated Press The proposal has widespread support from the public, but many critics say it would come with an enormous cost to the government while doing little to help the workers who need it most. Continue reading
May 06 Watch 6:04 GOP Rep. Malliotakis on breaking with her party and taking a stand against Medicaid cuts By Geoff Bennett, Kyle Midura A dozen House Republicans wrote a letter to House leadership last month voicing opposition to potential Medicaid cuts. They say they support what they call "targeted reforms," but will not back "any reduction in Medicaid coverage for vulnerable populations." New… Continue watching
May 02 Watch 6:55 Unpacking Trump’s budget proposal and where he wants to cut billions in spending By Laura Barrón-López, Doug Adams, Ali Schmitz The White House unveiled a budget proposal that would cut billions from non-defense programs across the government. President Trump's $163 billion in spending cuts would hit health, housing, education and climate programs. White House correspondent Laura Barrón-López discussed more with… Continue watching
Apr 11 After intense negotiations, GOP leaders passed a budget plan. Now the hard part begins By Kevin Freking, Associated Press They'll seek to craft a final bill with enough spending cuts to satisfy those on the right while not jeopardizing the reelection prospects of more vulnerable lawmakers whose constituents rely on key safety net programs such as Medicaid and nutritional… Continue reading
Apr 10 House GOP approves framework for Trump’s big budget bill after intense talks win over GOP holdouts By Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking, Associated Press Johnson worked into the night to satisfy conservative lawmakers who refused to support the plan. He and Senate Majority Leader John Thune assured conservatives they were on track seeking as much as $1.5 trillion in cuts. Continue reading
Apr 10 WATCH: Johnson vows to try again after GOP holdouts block Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ budget bill By Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking, Associated Press Johnson vows to try again to pass the Republican budget framework after abruptly postponing Wednesday's vote. Continue reading
Mar 14 WATCH: Senate passes Republican funding bill hours before shutdown deadline By Kevin Freking, Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press The Senate passed a six-month spending bill on Friday hours before a government shutdown, overcoming sharp Democratic opposition to the measure and sending it to President Donald Trump to be signed into law. Continue reading
Mar 13 WATCH: Senate considers GOP funding bill as government shutdown deadline draws near By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer relented Thursday rather than risk a government shutdown, announcing he's ready to start the process of considering a Republican-led government funding bill that has fiercely divided Democrats under pressure to impose limits on the Trump… Continue reading